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Dizziness due to Liver Yang Rising, Liver Fire

Pathophysiology

In pure forms these are EXCESS patterns.
In younger people this is a common cause.
Relationship between qi stagnation, Liver Yang or Fire and Liver Yin deficiency with rising Yang is such that often there are elements of all three.

In this pattern Liver Yang rises when stagnant Qi is suddenly released (like a cork).
Both patterns are a sudden release of pent up Qi but Fire is hotter and dryer and may cause haemmorrhage. Liver Fire is more likely if Internal Heat already exists or severe aetiological conditions.
Fire is exacerbated by a diet rich in heating foods and alcohol.

Dizziness due to Liver Yang Rising, Liver Fire

Clinical Features

-Dizziness and vertigo, which maybe severe and initiated or aggravated by stress, anger or emotional upset
-Headache or fullness and distension in head and eyes
-Blurring vision, res, sore, gritty eyes.
-Irritability, temper outbursts
-Red complexion or facial flushing
-Insomnia with much dreaming
T-Red edges with a thin yellow coat
P-Wiry and Rapid

This pattern can represent a potentailly dangerous situation or an impending catastrophe.
Acupuncture with strong stimulation can be effective in the case of impending stroke or dangerously high BP.
Persistent high BP that does not respond to TCM treatment should be investigated medically.